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Send us Fan Mail Fernanda is back to talk about healthy ways to end a relationship! Breakups suck, let's face it but they can suck a little less when there's context, care, and space. Fernanda explains how you can end a relationship in a thoughtful way (and in person!) without having to ghost or do it via text. Breaking up is hard for both people no matter who's breaking up with who...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Laura shared some great ideas on creating the perfect oasis/sanctuary in your own home. Creating a perfect and de-cluttered space allows the energy to flow and the mind to be clear. Listen along for easy tips you can use in your own space! You can find Laura at @theyogabrides and to book a session with her please go to www.theyogabrides.com Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Dan O'Connell is a Dallas-based singer/songwriter who puts an emphasis on strong lyrics and emotional performance. He spent several years fronting Americana Trio, Willow James, where he got to hone his skills as a writer and a live performer. Dan really strives to have the listener lost in the song and capture that feeling at every show. His blend of folk, country, blues and...

Send us Fan Mail Fernanda is back to talk about grie!  Andrea and Fernanda talk about personal experiences about loss, Fernanda shares her very personal story about losing her ex-husband to cancer, and they dissect the different stages of grief. An important topic to discuss as we're all experiencing grief on some level. It's lengthy and it gets VERY emotional but it's raw, real, an...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Laura shares some amazing online resources to boost your mental and physical health. A short episode full of knowledge! Website: Gaia.com Movies discussed: https://www.healdocumentary.com/ Meditation apps discussed: Insight Timer You can find Laura at @theyogabrides and to book a session with her please go to www.theyogabrides.com Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Moody Garland is the stage name of guitarist, singer, and songwriter Justin Marin. Emotional Labor is his first EP released in March 2020. Though this is Moody Garland’s debut, its creator has played lead guitar in a number of bands - most recently MAH KEE OH. Emotional Labor , Marin’s first compilation as a solo-artist, was recorded and produced in Denton, Texas.  Denton has been...

Send us Fan Mail Andrea is joined by Fernanda Ruiz to dig deep into Attachment Styles; what each of them mean, how parents can influence their children's attachment style, how men in 2020 are more avoidant (joking), and how we can all learn and benefit from knowing what our own Attachment Style is. It's a long one but it's SO SO worth. There are many "aha!", "omg!&quo...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Laura shared FOUR great tips to practice self-care with your partner and even yourself (if you're single)! A short and sweet episode to get you back on track, inspired, to spice things up while, all we navigate these crazy times. Meditation apps discussed: Calm Headspace Insight Timer Books Discussed: Rich Dad, Poor Dad You can find Laura at @theyogabrides and...

Send us Fan Mail Austin Gordon is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Dallas, TX. He began his start with the local metal and hardcore scene, fronting the band Machines of Our Own ; before branching out to more progressive and moody territory with alternative rock outfit Feintlove , as well as indie-pop trio Joycamp . During this time, Austin began cutting his teeth as a solo artist...

Send us Fan Mail In the final episode of Season 1 Andrea is joined by Wade Days, Keith Bruce and Juan Branch where they have a very candid conversation about the BLM Movement and how they're each doing. No stone is left unturned and they get real about growing up Black, they're own experiences with the Police, defunding the police, the Cancel Culture, being in interracial relationships &...

Send us Fan Mail Andrea sits down with Dustin and he shares his story about embracing and accepting his sexuality. He talks about coming out as a gay man, the struggles he faced, growing up in the south & Christian, the gay culture, and spirituality. Dustin is a great photographer too! You can follow him on Instagram @dclimagery or checkout his website to see his work. Date and Debate is a pro...

Send us Fan Mail Andrea chats with Monica about anxiety, navigating change, tips on how to cope with mental health while in a relationship, how this pandemic has impacted us, and more.  An important topic as we close out Mental Health Awareness Month and we continue to ride the uncertainty of our times with the intention of normalizing mental health while getting rid of the stigma around it. You c...

Send us Fan Mail Andrea sits down with Juan (I'll Have A Double Podcast) and Heidi to talk about their marriage, how they met in an airport (of all places!), and the long roads each of them took to get to where they are now. Follow I'll Have a Double on social media @illhaveadoublepodcast !  Follow Date and Debate on social media @dateanddebatepod for more great content to compliment you...

Send us Fan Mail *TRIGGER WARNING* Marianne sits down to talk about overcoming loss and the many obstacles she faced before and during her relationship. They touch on topics like suicide, finding out her ex-boyfriend was gay, making the tough and brave decision to end a pregnancy, the importance of having a supportive partner, working with your significant other, getting engaged, and more... It en...

Send us Fan Mail Andrea and Sarah from Watch Chat Repeat Podcast sit down to talk about how a Fake ID brought her and her husband together, getting married young and evolving into adulthood while in a marriage, online dating profile picture deal breakers, and Sarah takes a stab at helping Andrea find her man on Hinge. You can find Sarah's podcast on IG @watchchatrepeat -  a podcast where she...

Send us Fan Mail TRIGGER WARNING - April is Alcohol Awareness Month. As we approach the end, it's important to bring light to a disease that - especially in times of crisis (like the one we're in now and many are triggered by the stress of our current climate) becomes more difficult to bear.   In part I Andrea talks to Terry about his past addiction, finding the love of his life at the t...

Send us Fan Mail Andrea sits down with her dear friend Laura the CEO and Founder of @theyogabrides. They talk about her love journey, her marriage, her transition from attorney to entrepreneur, and what inspired her to start her business (and we may or may have not sprinkled a little Spanglish in there). The Yoga Brides is a program designed to address problems that brides face while planning thei...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Andrea sits down with Lilly and Markus to talk about vulnerability, perseverance, growth, connection, and how a silent retreat changed their relationship. Their website is openheartedhome.com and right now, they have a free e-book called Love in Time of Coronavirus for families to be able to brush up on their emotional health and well being while at home. It has so...

Send us Fan Mail Andrea sits down with Monica, a professional counselor, to talk about intimate relationships. Monica talks about her first time and what she might have done differently if she had to do it over. They also talk about why "loving yourself before you love anyone else" might not be as important as people make it out to be. Be sure to follow Monica on social media @cafewithmo...

Send us Fan Mail Andrea and Tray dive deep into long term relationship, Tray shares her love journey, and Andrea is mind-blown when she finds out about Attachment Styles and what they mean.  Here are some resources discussed during the episode:  THIS is the book mentioned in the podcast Here , here and here are a few options for you to take the attachment style assessments! You can find Tray on In...

Send us Fan Mail Andrea sits down with Christina, the CEO of the dating app Vouch, and they discuss her transition from healthcare to dating guru. They also talk about dating app pet peeves and the dangers of online dating that Vouch is trying to tackle and correct. Christiana brings a fresh and real perspective and leads Andrea to download Vouch to find her true love! Make sure to vouch for this...

Send us Fan Mail In this bonus episode Andrea, Mel, Monica, Brent, Juan, and Jesse brave the quarantine and get together for a virtual Happy Hour! They shoot the shit and talk about everything from interracial dating, cats vs. dogs, being celibate/abstinent, to dating during COVID-19, and much much more. It ends on a very positive note with some words of wisdom on how to get through this difficult...

Send us Fan Mail Kelley opens up about what led to his divorce, discovering himself, and finding love in the most isolated place on earth... Thanks to Kelley for coming onto the show! Be sure to follow him on social media @barbellsandbattleborn . Follow Date and Debate on social media @dateanddebatepod for more great content to compliment your favorite podcast! If you loved this episode, give Date...

Send us Fan Mail Andrea chats it up with Lara and Wade Days, dives deep into their love story, and plays a little Rapid Fire to test how well they know each other. If you're a foodie, love to travel, need some nutrition coaching, or need a new car they got you. Thanks to Lara and Wade for coming onto the show! You can follow both of them on social media @daysinthebigd . Find Lara's onlin...

Send us Fan Mail Andrea shares what inspired her to start a podcast and gives a few shout outs! Follow Date and Debate on social media @dateanddebatepod for more great content to compliment your favorite podcast! If you loved this episode, give Date and Debate a review on your favorite podcast player! Podcast editing and mixing by ThePodcastEngineer.com.  Support the show